low pressure

noun

Pronunciation: loʊ ˈprɛʃər

Definition

An area in the atmosphere where the air is less dense and rising, typically associated with cloudy, stormy, or rainy weather.

Examples

• The barometer dropped rapidly, signaling that a low pressure system was approaching the coast.

• We expect unsettled weather throughout the week due to a persistent low pressure zone over the region.

• Low pressure often creates the unstable conditions necessary for thunderstorms to develop.

Synonyms of low pressure

Words with a similar meaning to low pressure:

• cyclone
• depression
• trough

Antonyms of low pressure

Words with the opposite meaning to low pressure:

• high pressure

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